The Telangana Polytechnic Common Entrance Test (POLYCET) 2026 registration process is currently open for students seeking diploma admissions across engineering, agriculture, horticulture and related programmes. Candidates can submit their applications through the official portal polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in. POLYCET is the key entrance test for students who want admission into diploma courses offered by various institutes in Telangana. Qualified candidates are eligible for seats in government and private polytechnic colleges across the state.
POLYCET 2026 Registration Details
- Registration Started: Early February 2026
- Exam Fee: ₹500 (General), ₹250 (SC/ST)
- Late Fee Options: Additional charges applied for late windows
- Official Apply Link: Available at the Telangana POLYCET portal
- Conducting Body: State Board of Technical Education & Training (SBTET), Hyderabad
Candidates are advised to complete the application before the final registration deadline to avoid late fee penalties.
How to Apply Online for POLYCET 2026?
- Visit the official website: polycet.sbtet.telangana.gov.in.
- Read the official notification and guidelines carefully.
- Create a new registration with correct personal and academic details.
- Upload documents and photograph as per specifications.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Complete the form and submit it before the deadline.
- Download or print the confirmation page for records.
Ensure all details are accurate, as mistakes may affect eligibility later in counselling or seat allotment.
POLYCET 2026 Important Exam Information
- Application Fees: General – ₹500; SC/ST – ₹250.
- Registration Windows: Extended options with late fees were available till late April 2026.
- Exam Date: 13 May 2026 (tentative) for the POLYCET 2026 entrance test.
- Results: Expected roughly 12 days after the exam.
POLYCET 2026 Courses and Participation
POLYCET 2026 qualified candidates can secure admission in:[^1]
- Engineering diploma programmes
- Technology courses
- Agriculture & horticulture diplomas
- Animal husbandry & fisheries related diplomas
The exam remains the primary gateway to diploma-level technical and allied admission in Telangana for the 2026–27 academic session.